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USIBC Managing Director Rahul Sharma recently spoke with Anil Padmanabhan from StratNewsGlobal about the evolving U.S.-India defense and security cooperation. They discussed the strategic value of emerging technologies, shared supply chain resilience, and the growing importance of the QUAD in maintaining a free and open Indo-Pacific. Ambassador (ret.) Atul Keshap Ryan M. M. Rahul Sharma Watch the full interview here: https://lnkd.in/gXm-mGMC

Rahul Sharma, Managing Director at USIBC, and Aditya K Kaushik, Senior Director, Digital Economy, Media & Entertainment, USIBC, discuss the evolving?India-U.S. partnership?in their latest article for NDTV, focusing on advancements in AI, technology, and strategic collaboration between both nations. They also highlight the significance of PM Modi's recent visit to the U.S., strengthening ties amid global geopolitical and economic shifts. Ambassador (ret.) Atul Keshap Ryan M. M. Rahul Sharma Read more:?https://lnkd.in/erfsYnVb

The?49th India Ideas Summit?wrapped up on September 12 in New Delhi with incredible energy!?The event brought together key U.S. and Indian government officials, industry leaders, and global thought leaders to reaffirm USIBC’s commitment to advancing the U.S.-India strategic partnership in an era defined by AI and critical technologies. This year's event was packed with 10+ panels, roundtables, and fireside chats, addressing topics like women’s economic inclusion, future of trade, and technological advancements for a net-zero future. The summit highlighted important dialogues and was made possible through the generous support of 27 sponsors across platinum, gold, silver, and corporate categories. We were also honored to present the Global Leadership Award to Bob Pragada (CEO and Chair, Jacobs) and Babasaheb N. Kalyani (Chairman and Managing Director, Bharat Forge Ltd) for their invaluable contributions to strengthening U.S.-India ties. A big thank you to our event partner?Spalba?and media partner?CNBC-TV18, who helped make this event a massive success! Missed the event? No worries! Catch full recordings on our YouTube channel. We’re already looking forward to 2025, as we prepare to celebrate the 50th anniversary of USIBC with even more ambitious initiatives. Stay tuned! Edward Knight Ambassador (ret.) Atul Keshap Ryan M. M. Rahul Sharma U.S. Chamber of Commerce

On this #GandhiJayanti2024, the U.S.-India Business Council honors the legacy of Mahatma Gandhi, whose principles of truth, peace, and non-violence continue to inspire the world. As we reflect on his timeless message, we remain committed to strengthening the U.S.-India partnership, fostering collaboration that echoes his vision of a just and prosperous society for all. #happygandhijayanti2024

USIBC is thrilled to yet again partner with the IT BT Department, Karnataka, and Karnataka Innovation and Technology Society (KITS), at the Bengaluru Tech Summit, from Nov 19-21, 2024. This years theme for the Summit is "Unbound" where USIBC will lead an exclusive industry track entitled "U.S. - India Tech Conclave". USIBC looks forward to the event and joined the curtain raiser for the Summit in New Delhi earlier this week. Priyank M Kharge Dr. Ekroop Caur Ambassador (ret.) Atul Keshap Ryan M. M. Rahul Sharma Karnataka Digital Economy Mission (KDEM) Jay Gullish Aditya K Kaushik Yamini Jindal Sameer Sharma Guduru (PhD) Akanksha Pandey

USIBC President Ambassador (ret.) Atul Keshap and Vice President Ryan M. M. met with Consul General of India binaya pradhan in New York for a discussion on advancing the critical areas of trade, investment, and technology between the U.S. and India. These sectors are central to USIBC’s mission of fostering stronger economic ties and collaborative growth between our nations. Ambassador (ret.) Atul Keshap Ryan M. M. Rahul Sharma Ministry of External Affairs, India

We are?pleased to share that USIBC member company Intuitive has inaugurated its Global Capability Centre (GCC) in Bengaluru. Intuitive, a global leader in minimally invasive care and robotic-assisted surgery (RAS), launched this new facility to drive innovation and enhance operational efficiency across the organization. The GCC will support critical global operations, from IT and analytics to software quality and post-market surveillance, further strengthening Intuitive’s commitment to advancing healthcare technology with a focus on innovation and collaboration, the GCC will be a hub for training, research, and development, aiming to improve healthcare outcomes globally. Ambassador (ret.) Atul Keshap Ryan M. M. Rahul Sharma Sandeep Maini Dr. Brajesh Barse Akanksha Pandey Aditya K Kaushik https://lnkd.in/gp5_eFG6

USIBC Director of Aerospace and Defence, Pushan Das, and Gopal Nadadur, Vice President for South Asia at The Asia Group, discuss the crucial reforms needed for India’s defence acquisition procedures in their latest op-ed in the The Economic Times. Their insights highlight the importance of modernizing India’s defence procurement to align with strategic and operational priorities. Ambassador (ret.) Atul Keshap Ryan M. M. Rahul Sharma Read the full op-ed here: https://lnkd.in/gKJSQ3h7

The U.S.-India Business Council hosted Shri Sanjeev Kumar, Secretary (Department of Defence Production India,Ministry of Defence GoI), for a roundtable discussion at India Idea’s Summit in New Delhi. The roundtable affirmed that U.S.-India defense ties continue to have a strong foundation and that initiatives like?#iCET and #INDUSX and new agreements like Security of Supply Arrangement (SOSA)?can unlock new opportunities in co-production and co-development. Maintenance,?Repair, and Overhaul?(MRO) was also noted as key area for growth, and in which a lot of significant progress has been made. The roundtable highlighted the actions which can enable more global companies to invest in manufacturing in India. Ambassador (ret.) Atul Keshap Ryan M. M. Rahul Sharma Alexander Slater Gopal Nadadur Pushan Das Sameer Sharma Guduru (PhD) Sandeep Maini Jay Gullish Directorate of Public Relations, Ministry of Defence, India

We are pleased to announce that AIIMS (All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi) has signed an MoU with USIBC member company, Intuitive, to establish the state-of-the-art da Vinci RAS Training Centre for Surgical Robotics. This collaboration aims to advance the capabilities of healthcare professionals by providing them with the latest in robotic surgical technology, significantly enhancing expertise in critical areas such as urology, gynecology, and other specialties. This initiative represents a major leap forward in healthcare innovation and the development of highly skilled surgeons in India. Ambassador (ret.) Atul Keshap Ryan M. M. Rahul Sharma Sandeep Maini Dr. Brajesh Barse Akanksha Pandey https://lnkd.in/gQFNyhwt